HITESITEhitesite.org
Lists of NYC mental health clinics, including information on which ones take various health insurances, including medicare/medicaid, and which ones accept payment on a “sliding scale” based on income.

III. Supportive Environments

A) SUPPORT GROUPS

DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCEdbsanystate.org
Support groups offered throughout New York State for those with depression and bipolar disorder.

NAMInaminycmetro.orgMeetings several times weekly at one location; bipolar and unipolar disorder support groups, groups focused on supporters in the immediate family, supporters of those in the criminal justice system, co-occurring chemical dependencies, Japanese family supporters.

POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER MEETUPmeetup.com/newyorkcity-ptsd
Peer support group for help in recovering from traumatic experience(s), all are welcome, safety of the group takes priority. Formal diagnosis of PTSD is not required, people with “non-traditional” causes of PTSD and/or “Complex PTSD” are also encouraged to join.

NEW YORK SHYNESS & SOCIAL ANXIETY MEETUPmeetup.com/NYShynessandSA
Meet with other local people who suffer from shyness or social anxiety. Offer support and understanding and share your story with others. Learn and practice the skills it takes to over come your challenges not just with society but also yourself. Have fun with nonjudgmental people in a relaxed setting. Our meet ups are to help people make friends, practice social skills, and have fun while doing both.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONfindtreatment.samhsa.gov
The Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator is a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.

B) CLUBHOUSES

Clubhouses are organizations that provide a place for members to go during the day, work or learn in a group setting and receive social services. They are typically open during work hours, and members are expected to work or learn while there. Membership is obtained through direct application or sometimes by recommendation from other club members and social agencies.

Clubhouses look for specific qualities or types of members that they feel will fit in with and add to their community, and support their mission.

It is a good idea to call a clubhouse close to you and arrange a tour. Or, ask around at one of the area support groups, as many people there are members and will give you a tour.

Clubhouses often have housing available for members, have sponsor members in Transitional Employment positions at NYC companies and often have social workers available to help members apply for social services.

LANTERN HOUSE
512 Southern Blvd Bronx
718.993.1078BALTIC STREET
250 Baltic Street, 1st floor Brooklyn
718.788.6100CHELTON LOFT
119 W 19 St 2nd flr Manhattan
212.727.4360EAST NEW YORK
2697-03 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn
718.235.5780FOUNTAIN HOUSE
425 W 47 St Manhattan
212.582.0340fountainhouse.org
Fountain House provides a place for members to go during the day, work or learn in a group setting and receive social services. It is open during work hours, and members are expected to work or learn while there. Membership is obtained through direct application or sometimes by recommendation from other club members and social agencies such as ACCES VR.GEEL CLUBHOUSE
564 Walton Ave Bronx
718.367.1900geelcs.orgSKY LIGHT CENTER
307 St Marks Place Staten Island
718.720.2585skylightcenter.orgVENTURE HOUSE
150-10 Hillside Ave Jamaica Queens
718.658.7201venturehouse.org

C) PROS Programs

PROS (Personalized Recovery and Occupational Services) are similar to clubhouses, with an increased emphasis on establishing personalized occupational and recovery goals, providing resources to meet them and periodically reviewing progress.

Generally sliding-scale, paid programs that accept Medicaid and other forms of insurance.

IV. Social Resources

A) GETTING AND KEEPING A JOB

ACCES-VRacces.nysed.gov/vr/212.630.2300 or 212.630.2302
ACCES-VR assists individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development.

B) SSI- SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INSURANCE

Social Security Administration
800.772.1213ssa.govIntended for those with long-term disability and limited work history

C) SSDI- SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INSURANCE

Social Security Administration
800.772.1213ssa.gov
Intended for those with a long-term disability and a work history

D) MEDICAID

Medicaid Hotline
800.342.3009
Medicaid is a government insurance program for persons of all ages whose income and resources are insufficient to pay for health care

E) MEDICARE

800.MEDICARE
Medicare provides health insurance to younger people with some disabilities’ status as determined by the Social Security Administration

24-Hour Suicide Hotline:

(212) 673-3000

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